Kansas City Hyperlocal Friday: Seniors Fear Inflation, Health Check & Hispanic News

Right now we just want to share a few nicer afternoon updates that are relevant for our most dedicated denizens of the discourse . . .

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Local Old School Apprehension

Kansas City retirees talk about Social Security cost-of-living increase

Seniors on Social Security will get a cost-of-living increase in January because of inflation.

Mayor Q Talks Downtown Fix

Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas says more maintenance needed at Kansas City Convention Center

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas addressed numerous deferred maintenance needs at the Kansas City Convention Center Friday, noting how the Question 1 bond measure on the Nov. 8 general election ballot would fund improvements if approved by voters.

Golden Ghetto Pupper To Rescue

Overland Park family credits rescue dog for alerting them to fire

A family in Overland Park, Kansas, credited their rescue dog with alerting them to a fire in the house Friday afternoon.The Overland Park Fire Department said crews were called about 12:30 p.m. to the 15500 block of Valley View Drive on a house fire.

Public Safety Street Life

Kansas City-area ambulance driver training highlights balance between speed, safety

KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Drivers behind the wheel of an ambulance know that seconds can make the difference between life or death. That pressure also presents a unique challenge, balancing getting to a scene quickly, but also safely. It's important because the I-Team uncovered an email detailing concerns about a Kansas City, Missouri employee driving an ambulance.

Next Poke Reported

Long lines for flu shots may greet some in Kansas City area

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - RVS is already in Kansas City, and the flu season is quickly approaching. Children's Mercy Hospital says it is experiencing a spike in RSV hospitalizations. Doctors say the virus is hitting the metro a little sooner than it normally does.

Cowtown Price Check

Kansas City-area service businesses forced to raise rates due to inflation

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The cost of everyday life continues to rise. Inflation is at a 40-year high, leading service-based industries to continue increasing prices. Rusty Phillips, the owner of Belle Epoque salon, said product prices have gone up 20% in recent years.

Bosom Buddies Share Advice

Best friends treated for breast cancer in Kansas City urge checkups

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A dynamic duo who met while going through treatment at St. Luke's Health System is encouraging other people to get checked.

Former Mayor Sly Relives Tech Victory

10 years later: Google Fiber boosted city's 'capacity for collaboration,' former mayor says

Instant success catalyzed by the arrival of high-speed internet 10 years ago uploaded more than hype for Kansas City, said Sly James, noting Google Fiber's significant role in reshaping the community as a tech city to envy.

Tonight's Tribute

Woman helps share Mexican culture through dancing

Hide Transcript Show Transcript US. ♪ GROUP FORECLOSE -- FOR CLORE -- THIS IS THE DANCE TROUPE NOW PERFORMING FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE EVENTS ALL OVER KANSAS CITY. IT'S TRADITIONAL MEXICAN DANCE. IT'S FOUNDER, A NEIL -- ANNELL ALVAREZ, SAYS SHE'S DANCED SINCE SHE WAS 5.

A Word With My Old Boss . . .

KC Hispanic News provides voice for Latino community in Kansas City area

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Joe Arce, publisher at KC Hispanic News, has dedicated his life to make sure the Hispanic community in Kansas city doesn't live in a news desert. Arce started the publication 26-years-ago after seeing a lack of news for Spanish speakers in Kansas City.

Game Day Update . . . 

Chiefs vs. Bills final injury report: Harrison Butker will return against Bills

Each practice day of the season, the Kansas City Chiefsrelease an official injury report leading up to the next game. In Week 6, the Chiefs host the Buffalo Bills on Sunday at 3:25 p.m. Arrowhead Time. Here is the Chiefs' final injury report of the week with official designations: The Chiefs made it official on Friday.

Locals Run With Angels

Ainsley's Angels to assist children with special needs during Garmin Kansas City Marathon

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Race weekend is here in Kansas City. The Garmin KC Marathon takes off Saturday morning and hundreds of runners are participating, and that includes the one's who want to participate, but can't run alone. That's where Ainsley's Angels comes into play.

Weekend Weather For Now . . . 

Not as windy, mostly sunny Saturday

Hide Transcript Show Transcript SEE THESE NUMBERS COME DOWN TOO. THINGS ARE GOING TO HOPEFULLY IMPROVE SINCE THIS FIRE WEATHER WARNING IS ONLY OUT UNTIL 7:00 THIS EVENING. THINGS SHOULD IMPROVE BECAUSE THE WINDS WILL DIE DOWN. HERE'S THE CLOUDS AND LIVE WRITER. THESE SHOWERS ARE STILL MOVING DOWN.

And this is the OPEN THREAD for right now.